The Dish: Asparagus Pizza

This time of year more than any other I like to utilize what’s in season. Spring fruits and vegetables are so delicious and only around for a short time in Arizona. It’s true, you can purchase them year round but they’ll never taste as good as when they’re perfectly in season.

Case in point: asparagus. When it’s right, it’s delicious. When it’s wrong, it’s really wrong. Asparagus hardly needs anything to make it good when it’s perfectly in season. A quick steam, a roast in the oven or a trip to the grill is all these tasty little spears need.

Try this recipe for asparagus pizza as an hors d’oeuvres at your next party or as a delicious lunch on the patio.

You are certainly welcome to make your own pizza dough but I like to keep this recipe quick and simple just like spring. Purchase a ball of dough from the grocery store or your favorite pizza parlor. Stop by and ask if you can buy some of their uncooked dough. Most places will be happy to oblige.

Place potatoes in small saucepan. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Sprinkle with salt. Bring to boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Cool. Cut potatoes into thin slices.